2013â2014 Undergraduate Catalog - University of the Cumberlands

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While the information presented here is as accurate as possible as of the date of publication, the University reserves the right to make changes as future circumstances may require. The Student Handbook contains information of great significance to the students of University of the Cumberlands. Every University of the Cumberlands student should make himself familiar with the contents of this student handbook. Since this bulletin includes regulations with respect to student conduct, and since every student may avail himself of a copy, each student is expected to abide by the standards and regulations set forth in this publication. Failure to receive a Student Handbook does not excuse the student from abiding by the rules and regulations as written in the Handbook. Clubs and Organizations Students have many opportunities to participate in extracurricular activities; among these are American Chemical Society, American Choral Directors Association, Appalachian Ministries (Special Children’s Ministry), Art Club, Beta Beta Beta (Biology), Baptist Campus Ministries, BCM Creative Ministries, Missions Committee, Freshman Fire, Campus Activity Board, Women on Mission,Council for Exceptional Children, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, F.R.I.E.N.D.S.(Non- Traditional Students), Gamma Sigma Pi, Intramural Activities, Mathematics and Physics Club, Mu Phi Epsilon (Music), N.E.A.S.P., HSB Business Club, Psychology Club, Residence Hall Council, Sociology/Social Work Club, Sports Medicine Club, Student Admissions Staff, Student Alumni Relations Council, Student Government Association, and a number of academic honors societies. Student Publications Students at University of the Cumberlands have the opportunity to contribute to the University newspaper, The Patriot; to Pensworth, the University literary magazine; and to the Upsilonian, the History Department publication. Athletics University of the Cumberlands is proud of its tradition as one of the leaders in small univeristy sports programs. The University has intercollegiate men’s and women’s teams in basketball, golf, tennis, track and cross-country, soccer, swimming, and wrestling as well as intercollegiate teams in baseball, football, softball, and volleyball. Intramural Activities The purpose of the Intramural Sports program at University of the Cumberlands is to provide a wide variety of activities to meet the recreational and competitive needs of the University of the Cumberlands student body. Flag football, Basketball (5 on 5), and Basketball (3 on 3) are provided for both men and women. Volleyball, Miniature Golf, Cornhole, ultimate frisbee are provided for men and women on the same team (Co-Ed). These are the core sports that are provided throughout the year, but feedback from the student body can help in providing additional sports if the request is initiated by the student body. Each sport that is offered will either have a season or a one day tournament. Depending on how many teams that are involved in a particular sport will determine how long the season may be. At the end of each season there will be a tournament to determine a championship team or champion as the program progresses. Each team or individual winner will receive a championship t-shirt. Schedules of games, notice of special events, and announcements are posted on the Intramural Sports Board located in the lobby of the Boswell Campus Center. Rosters can now be printed from the web. No University credit is given for intramural athletics but all students are encouraged to participate. Special Services Academic Resource Center-The Academic Resource Center offers free and convenient tutoring in all academic subjects to all University of the Cumberlands students. The Director and staff of trained tutors are available daily to provide courteous service to all students seeking to improve competencies through individualized or computerized assistance. All students are encouraged to take advantage of the opportunities available in the ARC early in each semester. The Academic Resource Center is located in the basement of the library and is open Monday through Thursday 9-5 and 6-9 p.m., and from 9-4 on Friday. Orientation-INSIGHTS–INST 101, is a half-credit course, taken during the student’s first semester and is designed to give all freshmen and transfers with fewer than thirty hours an orientation to college life. It has a three-pronged focus: to provide group-building activities so that students feel more comfortable on campus, to help students strengthen their study skills and improve their understanding of campus services, and to introduce students to the importance of a liberal arts education. 8
Career Services–Career Services, located inside the CyberNet Café of the Boswell Campus Center, provides a variety of services for students, faculty and staff. Individual appointments, seminars and class presentations are conducted to assist with career decision-making, with resources available in the following areas, Career Interest and Assessment, Résumé Writing, Interview Skills and Job Search Tactics. Additionally, Career Services maintains current information and resources to assist students by maintaining a current Career Lab/Library, posting full-time, part-time and internship job opportunities via internet and bulletin boards, web-based programming for healthy lifestyle decision-making including drugs, alcohol, stress and sexual assault prevention, as well as referrals to local mental health agencies as needed. Information Technology (IT) Services – The IT office, located in the basement of the Gatliff Building, provides general help with technology related issues including: email, MyUC, iLearn, and Internet connectivity. The hours of operation are Monday – Friday from 8:00AM to 5:00PM. Health Services –Health services are available through local physicians to serve the medical needs of the student. Any medical, dental or hospital bills incurred by the student are the student’s responsibility. All students are required to carry basic health insurance. Alumni Association–The Alumni Association was established to render service both to the University and to its former students. It is the purpose of the Association to aid in the growth and development of the college, to promote the best interests of alumni, and to enable alumni to maintain contact with the University and with each other. ADMISSION TO THE UNIVERSITY University of the Cumberlands is committed to providing equal education opportunities for students without regard to race, color, sex, handicap, or national origin. As a private educational institution, however, the University of the Cumberlands reserves the right to deny admission to any applicant whose academic preparation, character, or personal conduct is determined to be inconsistent with the purposes and objectives of the College. The purpose of the admission process is to identify applicants who are likely to succeed academically at University of the Cumberlands and at the same time contribute positively to the campus community. In making admission decisions the University considers many factors, including high school records (including courses taken, grade trends, and rank in class), standardized test scores, extracurricular activities and honors, and personal contact with the student. And in some cases, a teacher recommendation and an essay may be requested. Typically the University admits students with a 2.5 or better high school grade point average and a minimum score of 18 on the American College Test (ACT) or 840 on the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT). However, students with lower grade point averages or standardized test scores will be considered for admission conditionally. Freshman Admission Application for admission should be made as early as possible during the senior year of high school. Acceptance for admission may be granted at any time during the senior year; however, the final high school transcript must be evaluated before admission is final. A candidate for admission to the freshman class must submit the following items: 1. A completed Application; 2. The application fee ($30) or a waiver of fee request from ACT, SAT,or the high school guidance counselor; 3. An official high school transcript with the grade point average computed on a 4.0 scale. GED students must provide official scores from the General Education Development Test (GED); 4. Official scores from either the American College Test (ACT) or the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT). ACT and/or SAT score report labels appearing on official High School transcripts are acceptable for admission decisions. However, an official Profile is required for athletic eligibility; (In general, Home Schooled students are expected to fulfill the same entrance requirements as all other students.) 5. Any additional information as requested by the University to determine admission eligibility. After notification of acceptance and before final admission is granted, the candidate must submit the following items: 1. Payment of the enrollment deposit ($125); 2. An official, after graduation, final high school transcript showing the grade point average computed on a 4.0 scale, the final class rank, and the date of graduation; 3. An official final transcript for any college or university courses taken during high school. 4. A completed Housing Form or a notarized Housing Exemption Form. The Housing Exemption Form must be requested from the Office of Student Services; 5. A completed Health Information Form; 6. Any additional information as may be required by the University. 9
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BIOL 134/114* Introduction to Cellu
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FREN 232. Intermediate French II A
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POLS 490 HIST 490 Issues in Politic
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Description of Courses GEOG 131. In
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Description of Courses HSRV 131. Su
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Chemistry (8 hours) CHEM 111 Genera
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Additional Graduation Requirements
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